Press Releases

Volunteers of America North Louisiana, a faith-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the most vulnerable reach their full potential, welcomes a new leader. After an extensive regional search, the Board of Directors has selected Carolyn Hammond as President and Chief Executive Officer. Jerry Edwards, president and CEO search committee chair and former board of director’s

Volunteers of America North Louisiana (VOANLA) is pleased to announce five community leaders who will serve a three-year term on the 2021-22 Board of Directors. The new members are Brittney Dunn, independent certified public accountant; Wesley Lazarus, assistant vice president at Progressive Bank; Terry Moore, wealth management advisor at Merrill Lynch; Jonathan Reynolds, chief commercial

After 33 years of dedication and service, Chuck Meehan, president and CEO, announces his retirement from Volunteers of America North Louisiana, effective December 31, 2021. “I consider finding my way to Volunteers of America as one of my life’s greatest blessings, as it has truly been an honor and privilege to be a part of

Volunteers of America North Louisiana has been selected as a winner of LWCC 2020 Safest 70 Award. Established in 2008, the award honors LWCC policyholders who exemplify the company’s commitment to workplace safety. Volunteers of America is proud to be recognized for its leadership in employee health and wellness.   “Through our team efforts, we

Choice Neighborhood is now accepting waiting list applications for the new apartments in Ledbetter Heights! The waiting list is only for low-income families who qualify for housing assistance. Those accepted to the waiting list will also be eligible for services through Volunteers of America North Louisiana in the area of employment, education and health care

We are so thankful for the long-time support of the Burns family to Volunteers of America North Louisiana. The entire family has worked to brighten the lives for so many of those we serve.   In addition to being Evergreen Society donors, they have held holiday parties, played games, visited with residents, and served on